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ICYMI: Church unleashes ‘special forces,’ offers pop-up market and Saturday shop for clients

For five years, Veronica and Eric Smoke have served individuals, families and veterans in the Birmingham area through the Leaf Pantry and Urban Farm at Faith Church in Midfield, Alabama.
  • November 15, 2026
  • Dianna L. Cagle, The Alabama Baptist
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The Leaf Pantry at Faith Church in Midfield holds His Table Pop-up Market each Wednesday from 1 to 3 p.m. People are able to get needed fresh fruits and produce, as well as baked goods and a variety of foods for their pantries.
(Photo by Dianna L. Cagle/The Alabama Baptist)

ICYMI: Church unleashes ‘special forces,’ offers pop-up market and Saturday shop for clients

For five years, Veronica and Eric Smoke have served individuals, families and veterans in the Birmingham area through the Leaf Pantry and Urban Farm at Faith Church in Midfield, Alabama.

“This is ground zero for food insecurity,” said Eric Smoke.

The ministry seeks to help meet needs by providing fresh, healthy food and pointing their neighbors to Christ. All the work is done by volunteers, Smoke said.

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‘Special forces’: Faith Church offers pop-up market, Saturday shop for clients

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